1961 Austin A vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 1999 Tata E220 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata E220 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1961 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A | E220 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
